Location:
Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference:
VG/*******
Join the VEC as an Officer, People Services and help deliver a positive employee experience across the organisation. Working within a collaborative People Services team, you will provide HR administration and first-level support across the employee lifecycle, contributing to key people processes, systems and initiatives in a purpose-driven and customer-focused environment.
Full-Time, Ongoing
VPS Grade 3.2 ($91,971- $98,955, plus superannuation)
Location: Collins Street, Melbourne CBD
Hybrid working arrangements available
Supportive, inclusive and high-performing work culture
Why join us
At the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) we are not just about elections, we are about enabling all Victorians to actively participate in their democracy. The VEC conducts state and local council elections and is responsible for promoting public awareness and understanding of electoral issues in the Victorian community. Our goal is to be change ready and responsive to legislative changes and community expectations in a dynamic and complex operating environment.
We provide a values driven workplace culture with a passion for excellence and innovation in the services we provide. We offer a supportive environment that encourages career development and provides opportunities to broaden your experience.
About this opportunity
Reporting to the Senior Advisor, People Services, this role supports the Advisory team within a collaborative People Services function. As a first point of contact for people-related enquiries across the VEC, you'll provide HR administration and support across employee lifecycle processes, HR systems, reporting and other people-related services.




This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and customer-focused professional looking to broaden their HR experience, develop their expertise, and make meaningful impact in a purpose-driven environment.
About the team
This role sits within the Advisory stream of the People Services function, which forms part of the VEC's People Group. The People Services team supports employees and people leaders across the VEC, delivering HR services and processes across the employee lifecycle and contributing to key People initiatives and projects.
A day in the life of an Officer, People Services
No two days are the same in the People Services team. You'll provide first contact, timely, customer-focused support to employees and people leaders across a broad range of HR enquiries, systems and processes, while working closely with the People Services team.
Whether you're coordinating onboarding for a new starter, preparing employment documentation, updating HR systems or contributing to a People initiative, you'll gain hands-on experience across the employee lifecycle and play an important role in delivering a great employee experience.
About you
You're an organised, proactive, and customer-focused HR professional who is keen to build your experience across a broad range of People Services activities. You'll bring:
Strong administration and organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail and accuracy,



with experience working in a HR team or similar environment
Confidence working with systems and data, and an ability to learn new systems and processes quickly
Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with a customer-focused approach to working with employees and people leaders
An adaptable and collaborative approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities and contribute effectively as part of a team.
Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday, 20 September ****.
Diversity and inclusion
We highly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people to apply.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplaces with the people we employ, and at the ballot box with the people we serve. We aim to create a workplace that is inclusive, equitable, and safe for all.
We understand that candidates may need adjustments in the recruitment process and/or workplace. For any questions or request for accommodations, please e-mail
Pre-employment checks
Successful applicants will be required to satisfy character clearance requirements including, but not limited to, Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and working with children check.
In accordance with Section 17A of the Electoral Act ****, the VEC may ask applicants to disclose specific political activities that could compromise the perceived independence of the organisation. Learn more about disclosing political activities .
VEC contact details
For further information please contact Giorgia Goode, Senior Advisor, People Services at
Applications close Sunday 20 September
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📌 Officer, People Services (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Melbourne